Upgrading RAM on Powerbook G4

[Inquirer]

Hello

I am interested in upgrading the RAM on my Powerbook G4. I'd like to install a sufficient amount so that I can install and run OS 10.5.8 smoothly. Any advice on amount? Brands? Where to purchase?

Thanks
Ethan

 

[pigoo3]

What are the specs on your Powerbook G4? There are lots of different Powerbook G4 models...and it does make a difference.

Most important...what is the processor speed of your Powerbook G4? The display size may help as well.

- Nick

 

[Inquirer]

It is a Powerbook G4 15"

CPU type: PowerPC G4 (1.1)
CPU Speed: 1.33 GHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 256 MB
Bus Speed: 167 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.8.6f0

 

[pigoo3]

It is a Powerbook G4 15"

CPU type: PowerPC G4 (1.1)
CPU Speed: 1.33 GHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 256 MB
Bus Speed: 167 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.8.6f0

Thanks for the details.

Your Powerbook G4 1.33 15" has max ram limit of 2 gigabyte. It takes PC2700 ram.

A good place to purchase it is:

Apple PowerBook G4 'aluminum' 12", 15", and 17" Memory Upgrades

Hope this helps,

- Nick

 

[EndlessMac]

I'd like to install a sufficient amount so that I can install and run OS 10.5.8 smoothly.

You should have at least 1 Gig RAM on 10.5.8 for it to run smoothly but you might as well max out the RAM on your PowerBook if you are planning on keep it longer.

 

[chas_m]

As cheap as PC2700 is these days, I can think of absolutely no reason not to max out the RAM on that older model.

 

[Inquirer]

Great! Thanks for the tips.